The study focuses primarily on the third party logistics markets in the Indian retail sector. The 3PL market is in a nascent stage and is expected to grow at a high rate. The market conditions are changing due to the evolving needs of globalization. The growth of the market is fuelled by many conditions such as the retail boom in India, government initiatives and need for organised logistics. It is essential to understand that various challenges faced by the country in order to fully tap into the largely unexplored logistics markets in the retail sector. The revenue forecasts, the competitive scenario and the recommendations for the 3PL market have been presented.

The study focuses primarily on the third party logistics markets in the Indian retail sector. The 3PL market is in a nascent stage and is expected to grow at a high rate. The market conditions are changing due to the evolving needs of globalization. The growth of the market is fuelled by many conditions such as the retail boom in India, government initiatives and need for organised logistics. It is essential to understand that various challenges faced by the country in order to fully tap into the largely unexplored logistics markets in the retail sector. The revenue forecasts, the competitive scenario and the recommendations for the 3PL market have been presented. Read Less

Table of Contents

Strategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, Executive SummaryMarket OverviewIntroduction to the Indian Retail SectorIntroduction to the Logistics and Third-party Logistics Industry in IndiaOverview of 3PL Usage in the Indian Retail SectorSummary of Research FindingsOpportunities for the 3PL Service Providers in the Indian Retail SectorIndustry ChallengesMarket DriversMarket Restraints3PL Market in the Indian Retail Sector and ForecastsCompetitive AnalysisVAT and its implications on the Indian Retail Sector and 3PL MarketStrategic ConclusionsStrategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, Strategic Analysis of 3PL Market in the Indian Retail SectorIntroductionIntroduction to Logistics and Third Party Logistics (3PL) in the Indian Retail SectorScope of the Study3PL Scenario in the Indian Retail SectorEvolution of 3PL in the Indian Retail SectorOverall 3PL Usage in the Logistics Functions 3PL Usage in Different Logistics FunctionsAwareness and Attitudes about 3PL in the Indian Retail SectorAwareness about 3PL in the Indian Retail SectorAttitudes toward 3PL in the Indian Retail SectorPreferences regarding 3PL in the Overall Indian Retail SectorConcerns about 3PL in the Indian Retail SectorMarket TrendsIndustry ChallengesMarket DriversMarket RestraintsMarket Size and Revenue ForecastsCurrent Size of the 3PL Market in the Indian Retail SectorRevenue ForecastsRevenue Forecasts For Different Logistics Functions Competitive Analysis and Industry StructureCompetitive Scenario of the Indian 3PL Market 3PL Industry Structure Services Offered for the Retail SectorImplications of VAT on the 3PL Market in the Indian Retail SectorImportance of VAT and its Impact on the Indian Retail SectorOpportunities for 3PL Service ProvidersChallenges for 3PL Service ProvidersStrategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, End-user Analysis - Overview of 3PL Needs and Practices in the Indian Retail SectorIntroductionIntroduction to the Indian Retail SectorSegmentation of the Indian Retail SectorStructure of the Indian Retail Sector3PL Practices in the Overall Indian Retail SectorReasons for Outsourcing Various Logistics FunctionsPreferences for Outsourcing Various Logistics FunctionsPractices and Needs of the Indian Retail SectorApparel and Textile RetailingConsumer Durables RetailingFood and Grocery RetailingFootwear and Leather RetailingHome Furniture and Fixtures RetailingHealth and Beauty RetailingMulti-segment RetailingStationery and Gifts RetailingWatch and Jewelry RetailingProfiles of Major RetailersCompetitive Analysis of the 3PL Providers in the Indian Retail Sector Industry Size and StructureIndustry SizeIndustry Structure Industry Life CycleCurrent Status of the Industry Life CycleCurrent Status of Market Life CycleServices ComparisonServices Comparison of Major Market ParticipantsMarket Share Comparison and Breakup Market Share Breakup by Category of 3PL Service ProvidersMarket Split of National 3PL Service ProvidersProfiles of Major 3PL Service Providers in the Indian Retail SectorSafexpressGati Ltd.TCI Supply Chain SolutionsOm Logistics Ltd.SembCorp LogisticsStrategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, Recommendations and Growth Strategies for 3PL Providers in the Indian Retail Sector Opportunities in the Indian Retail SectorTypes of Services with Potential in Short Medium and Long Term Business ModelSuggested Business ModelsPricing and PositioningSuggested Pricing StrategySuggested Positioning StrategyGrowth Strategy InitiativesSuggested strategy for Acquisitions and MergersStrategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, Database of Key Industry Participants Key Industry Participants in the Indian Third Party Logistics MarketMarket ParticipantsKey End-user Participants in the Indian Retail SectorMarket ParticipantsStrategic Analysis of 3PL Markets in the Indian Retail Sector, Decision Support DatabaseComparative Tabulation of Infrastructural and Industry FiguresTabulation of Infrastructural FiguresTabulation of Retail Industry's FiguresTabulation of Retail Transportation Figures

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